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Kenya: Court rejects Rastafari bid for religious freedom marijuana exemption
Kenya's small Rastafarian community was seeking legal permission to smoke marijuana under the constitutional right to freedom of religion. The judge found they did not show it to …
India-linked organized crime gangs pose global challenge
The Bishnoi case shows how India-based transnational organized crime networks have evolved into a global law enforcement concern.
Kenya's 'political gangs' fuel election fears
Violent disruptions of political and civic events are raising concerns about the use of hired gangs as Kenya heads toward elections in 2027.
No support for Jews fleeing Nazi Germany at Evian conference
In July 1938, a conference was held in Evian, France, to address the issue of Jews being persecuted by the Nazis in Germany and Austria. Almost nobody in the world was willing to …
The 10 dark days of Evian
In July 1938, an international conference was held in Evian, France, to decide the fate of Jews from Germany and Austria. Almost no one in the world was willing to take them in.
Iran: Alleged Ahmadinejad plot highlights info war
Reports that Israel explored a regime-change scenario involving former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad reveal how the Iran war has also become a struggle over narratives and…
Germany news: Coalition has 'found its footing,' Merz says
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said recent reforms show his coalition is making progress. Meanwhile, arrests were made after police carry out drug raids in western Germany and t…
Ukraine: Kyiv and EU agree on new drone production deal
Ukraine and the EU have agreed on a drone deal combining Kyiv’s know-how with the bloc's scale-up power. Meanwhile, Russian attacks caused more fatalities in Odesa as Moscow incre…
Ukraine: Kyiv and EU agree new drone production deal
Ukraine and the EU have agreed a drone deal to combine Kyiv’s know-how with Europe's scale-up power. Meanwhile, Russian attacks have caused more fatalities in Odesa as Moscow incr…
England vs. Argentina: A football rivalry full of history
From the Falkland Islands to Diego Maradona and David Beckham, there is so much history between the two 2026 World Cup semifinalists.
San Francisco: 1 dead, 3 missing in Alcatraz boat sinking
A search and rescue operation is underway after the three-deck pontoon vessel sank off the famous prison island, which is now a tourist destination.
Ukraine: 3 dead as Russia intensifies attacks on Odesa
Russian attacks on the port of Odesa have caused more fatalities as Moscow increasingly targets shipping infrastructure. Meanwhile, European Commission President Ursula von der Le…
Ukraine: Three dead as Russia intensifies attacks on Odesea
Russian attacks on the port of Odesa have caused more fatalities as Moscow increasingly targets shipping infrastructure. Meanwhile, European Commission President Ursula von der Le…
Running dry: How to store more groundwater for dry seasons
More frequent weather extremes are leading to water shortages during droughts, and flooding during heavy rain. But groundwater storage can help secure water for dry seasons while …
Why Indonesia's economy is under pressure
Southeast Asia's largest economy risks losing its emerging-market status as President Prabowo Subianto's spending plans rattle markets. Can he deliver growth?
Why investors are suddenly fleeing Indonesia
Indonesia, one of Asia's biggest economies, risks losing its emerging-market status as President Prabowo Subianto's spending plans rattle investors. Will the man who promised to d…
Why investors are fleeing one of Asia's biggest economies
Indonesia's status as an emerging economy could be downgraded over populist President Prabowo Subianto's huge spending projects. Will the man who promised to deliver 8% growth rei…
Palestinians in Gaza: Stuck between Hamas and Israel
Hamas is planning to transfer control of Gaza's civilian administration to Palestinian technocrats as part of the fragile US ceasefire. How is that affecting the daily lives of pe…
India news: Landmark trade deal with UK takes effect
The free trade agreement allows zero-duty market access for nearly 99% of India's exports to the UK. Meanwhile, US senators have proposed a new bill to impose 100% tariffs on Indi…
India's 'most ambitious' trade deal with UK takes effect
A landmark free trade agreement allows zero-duty market access for nearly 99% of India's exports to the UK. Meanwhile, US senators have proposed a new bill to impose 100% tariffs …
Why is Zelenskyy reshuffling Ukraine's government?
Ukraine's Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has resigned, prompting a Cabinet reshuffle led by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. What comes next?
Volodymyr Zelenskyy pushes for new government in Ukraine
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko stepped down after barely a year in office. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is already in talks with potential successors. What can Ukraine…
150 years of the Bayreuth Festival: Confronting a troubled legacy
Should the past be confronted — or avoided? Why the Wagner festival's handling of its Nazi-era legacy remains a contentious issue in its 150th anniversary year.
Border controls scrapped between Spain and Gibraltar
As the end of border controls took effect, the old chain-link fence between Spain and Gibraltar was taken down. This historic decision allows for greater freedom of movement for p…
Iran war: Tehran says it 'never welcomed war'
Iran has once again reiterated that it "must always be ready for battle" and stand its ground after the latest wave of US strikes. Meanwhile, Washington says Israel and Lebanon ha…
Iran war: US launches fresh wave of strikes
The US military announced a new wave of attacks on Iran, it says is aimed at "degrading" Iranian military capability. The strikes come after the US military said it would begin en…
Trump threatens strikes on Iranian bridges, power plants
President Donald Trump has warned that US strikes will escalate and target key infrastructure if Tehran does not make a deal. The US has reimposed a naval blockade and Iran has sa…
Trump: Strikes on Iran to continue until 'I say it's enough'
President Donald Trump said Washington held talks with Iran and urged Tehran to make a deal. He warned that US strikes will escalate and target key infrastructure unless negotiati…
Ten years ago, parts of the Turkish military tried to overthrow the Erdogan government. The consequences are still shaping Turkey today
Ten years ago, parts of the Turkish military attempted to overthrow the government of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The consequences of the failed coup continue to shape Turkey …
How the 2016 coup attempt changed Turkey for good
Ten years ago, parts of the Turkish military attempted to overthrow the government of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The consequences of the failed coup continue to shape Turkey …